Do I pay GST when buying a vacant lot in Beaumont, Alberta?

It depends on who's selling. If the seller is a private individual (not a builder or developer), GST typically doesn't apply. If the lot is being sold by a builder or developer, GST usually does apply. Always confirm this in writing before you offer - it can affect your final price by tens of thousands of dollars.

How much is my home worth in Edmonton right now?

Home values depend on recent sales in your specific neighbourhood, not city-wide averages - a home in Sherwood Park won't price the same way as one in Beaumont, even a few kilometres apart. The most accurate number comes from a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) based on homes that sold in the last 60-90 days near you. I provide these free, with no obligation.

How long does it take to sell a home in Edmonton right now?

It depends on price point and neighbourhood, but most well-priced homes in Edmonton and Sherwood Park are selling within 30-45 days in today's market. Overpriced homes sit longer and often sell for less than if they'd been priced right from day one. I can tell you exactly what's happening in your specific area with a quick market check.

What's the difference between a Real Property Report and Estoppel Certificate?

A Real Property Report (RPR) applies to conventional properties and shows the physical layout of the land and buildings. An Estoppel Certificate applies to condos (including bareland condos) and confirms condo fees, reserve fund status, and any pending special assessments. Buyers need the right one for their property type - using the wrong document can delay or derail closing.

Why Fall Might Be Your Move: Edmonton's Seasonal Market Lift

Posted on Sep 06, 2026

Why Fall Might Be Your Move: Edmonton's Seasonal Market Lift

If you have been waiting for a quieter moment to buy or sell in Edmonton, this is usually it.Every year I see the same pattern. Summer slows down while people are at the lake or travelling with the kids. Then Labour Day passes and the phone starts ringing again. Buyers who put their search...

Average Price vs Benchmark Price: What They Actually Tell You

Posted on Sep 06, 2026

Average Price vs Benchmark Price: What They Actually Tell You

Every month a new headline comes out about Edmonton home prices and every month I get a version of the same question. "Are prices up or down? I saw two different numbers." Both numbers can be true at the same time. They are just measuring different things and knowing the difference matter...

Edmonton Real Estate Market Update: August 2026. What the Numbers Actually Say

Posted on Sep 03, 2026

Edmonton Real Estate Market Update: August 2026 What the Numbers Actually Say

In plain English: fewer homes sold in August than last month or last year. There are still more homes for sale than there were a year ago. Prices look flat on the surface but the typical home is actually worth a little less than it was last August. Here's the real answer b...

Bank Of Canada Rate Holds

Posted on Sep 02, 2026

THE BANK OF CANADA HELD RATES AGAIN. HERE'S WHAT IT ACTUALLY MEANS FOR YOUR MORTGAGE.

On September 2, 2026, the Bank of Canada left its policy interest rate at 2.25%. That is the seventh hold in a row.

If you are saving for your first home, that headline probably read like a non-event. Nothing moved, so nothing to think about.

That is not quite right...

Edmonton Basement Check List

Posted on Aug 28, 2026

Edmonton Basement Check List

This summer made one thing very visible in Edmonton real estate: water. Edmonton passed 580 mm of rain by late July, beating the previous summer record of 417 mm set in 1953. (Source: Environment and Climate Change Canada, reported July 2026.) The storms flooded roads, basements and construction sites across the region...

How Long Will It Take To Sell My Home?

Posted on Aug 27, 2026

How Long Will It Take to Sell My Home?

Updated August 2026. Market data from the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton, July 2026.Short answer: homes in the Greater Edmonton Area took an average of 39 days to sell in July 2026. Inside the City of Edmonton it was 42 days. Once you add preparation time before listing plus the conditional and possession pe...

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